Skin conditions. Psoriasis and vitamin D

Skin conditions. Psoriasis and vitamin D. Recent studies suggest that it is easier to find deficiency of vitamin D in patients with psoriasis,
particularly in the "plaque" variant. Foods can provide this important vitamin and sun exposure helps our body to produce it.

Psoriasis and vitamin D

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease characterized by
reddish and rounded patches where silvery "scales" appear due to a cell replacement that is up to ten times greater than normal cell renewal in patient suffering psoriasis. Treatments, habits and
nutrition play an important role in this disease, as well as vitamins, essential to counteract the main symptoms. Especially, when people talk about psoriasis, we hear about vitamin D and its
importance.

Vitamin D is a group of 5 different vitamins: vitamins D1, D2, D3, D4 and D5. The two most important ones are vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3
(cholecalciferol), which have very similar biological activities but different origins. The first one has vegetable origin, while the second has its origin in the cholesterol and is synthesized in
animal organisms.

Why is this vitamin so important for people with psoriasis?

Keratinocytes are the predominant cells of the epidermis where the cell cycle stages
are developed. They mainly have a protective action against the aggressions of the pathogenic organisms, the heat, the UV radiation and the loss of water. They are the only cells that, thanks to the
ultraviolet B rays, are able to synthesize the Vitamin D3, besides they are essential for the activation of the specific immune response in which lymphocytes are involved. In the presence of
psoriasis and the resulting vitamin D deficiency, many of these cells lose their normal function and produce substances capable of influencing an "anomalous" response, both at the immune and
keratinocyte proliferation level, developing changes in the renewal of epidermal cells.

Foods can provide this important vitamin and sun exposure helps our body to produce it. Vitamin D that is got from sun exposure is biologically non-active but
two chemical reactions have to take place to become it biologically active. In relation to our lifestyle, we spend much of our time at closed spaces, so vitamin D levels are not adequate in most of
the population. For those who, on the other hand, have the possibility to enjoy beautiful sunny days it is required at least 40 minutes a day in the sun wearing T-shirt and shorts to get a vitamin D
reserve for the whole winter. The benefits will be substantial because vitamin D is a vitamin D is a potent inmmunomodulator hormone that has antitumor effects. It regulates the immune system,
increases serotonin levels by improving overall mood and has an antihypertensive function that decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Vitamin D is also known because it is important for bone mineralization, responsible for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which is absolutely vital
for children, who have to develop strong bones, for elderly people, who must keep the skeletal system healthy, but above all, for those suffering from psoriatic arthritis. Therefore, when vitamin D
levels are low, it is necessary to see a doctor who will tell you what to do in order to avoid unpleasant consequences for the body.

The vitamin excesses are never healthy that’swhy the difference
between vitamin D deficiency and vitamin D toxicity has to be pointed out, highlighting the possible consequences.

Vitamin D deficiency

Recent studies suggest that it is easier to find deficiency of this vitamin in patients with psoriasis, particularly in the "plaque" variant. The reasons why
there is vitamin deficiency are not clear, but the data are consistent with previous tests that had showed low levels of vitamin D in other autoimmune skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis,
vitiligo and chronic hives.

In this case, it may be helpful to eat foods rich in vitamin D, such as:

Whole egg, sardine, herring, milk and dairy products, viscera, orange juice, cod-liver
oil, wheat germ, salmon, and tuna. If possible, you should take advantage of good weather to get some sun.

Just as vitamin D deficiency can lead to problems, an excessive amount for therapeutic
purposes can lead to unexpected consequences such as: frequent urination, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, calcification of soft tissues of the heart, hypertension and hyperactivity in
children.

In relation to toxicity from excess vitamin D the following should be specified:

• When taking vitamin supplements as a therapy these should be prescribed by a doctor and taken with the utmost care;

• Hypervitaminosis usually has nothing to do with diet;

• Hypervitaminosis due to overexposure to sunlight is
unlikely.

Regular check-ups to keep Vitamin D levels under control is always the best option
because in this way, you are protecting your health. Vitamin D deficiency is a common condition among Italian population; therefore, a preventive actions to self-care should be
taken to have a healthier life.

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